TABLE OF CONTENTS. Setting Oven Controls Care and Cleaning Before You Call Warranty Rev D (Jan 2018)

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1 TABLE OF CONTENTS Product Record and Registration Important Safety Instructions Cooking Recommendations Before Setting Surface Controls Setting Surface Controls Before Setting Oven Controls Setting Oven Controls Care and Cleaning Before You Call Warranty Rev D (Jan 2018)

2 PRODUCT RECORD AND REGISTRATION Questions? Product Registration Product Record and Registration Need Help? Important Safety Instructions Cooking Recommendations Before Setting Surface Controls Setting Surface Controls Before Setting Oven Controls Setting Oven Controls Care and Cleaning Oven Baking Before You Call Warranty For toll-free telephone support in the U.S. and Canada call For online support and Internet production information visit Product Registration Registering your product with Frigidaire enhances our ability to serve you. You can register online at or by dropping your Product Registration Card in the mail. Record model & serial numbers here Purchase Date Frigidaire model number Thank you for choosing Frigidaire. Important: This Use and Care Guide is part of our commitment to customer satisfaction and product quality throughout the service life of your new appliance. We view your purchase as the beginning of a relationship. To ensure our ability to continue serving you, please use this page to record important product information. Frigidaire serial number Serial Plate Location Need Help? Visit the Frigidaire web site at Before you call for service, there are a few things you can do to help us serve you better. Read this Use & Care Manual This manual contains instructions to help you use and maintain your range properly. If You Received a Damaged Range... Immediately contact the dealer (or builder) that sold you the range. Serial plate location: open lower oven drawer (some models) or storage drawer (some models). Save Time and Money Check the section title Before You Call. This section helps step you through some common problems that might occur. If you do need service, help is only a phone call away. Call Frigidaire Customer Services at Electrolux Home Products, Inc. All rights reserved. Printed in the USA

3 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Read all instructions before using this appliance. This manual contains important safety symbols and instructions. Please pay attention to these symbols and follow all instructions given. Do not attempt to install or operate your appliance until you have read the safety precautions in this manual. Safety items throughout this manual are labeled with a WARNING or CAUTION statement based on the risk type. Warnings and important instructions appearing in this guide are not meant to cover all possible conditions and situations that may occur. Common sense, caution, and care must be exercised with installing, maintaining, or operating your appliance. DEFINITION This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert you to potential personal injury hazards. Obey all safety messages that follow this symbol to avoid possible injury or death. WARNING Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in death or serious injury. CAUTION Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury. WARNING Tip Over Hazard A child or adult can tip the range and be killed. Verify the anti-tip device has been installed to floor or wall. Ensure the anti-tip device is re-engaged to floor or wall when the range is moved. Do not operate the range without the anti-tip device in place and engaged. Failure to follow these instructions can result in death or serious burns to children and adults. Range leveling leg Anti-tip bracket To check if the anti-tip bracket is installed properly, use both arms to grasp the rear edge of the range back. Carefully attempt to tilt range forward. When properly installed, the range should not tilt forward. Refer to the anti-tip bracket installation instructions supplied with your range for proper installation. IMPORTANT Indicates installation, operation, maintenance, or valuable information that is not hazard related. NOTE Indicates a short, informal reference something written down to assist the memory or for future reference. 3

4 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS FOR UNPACKING AND INSTALLATION IMPORTANT - Read and follow the below instructions and precautions for unpacking, installing, and servicing your appliance: Remove all tape and packaging before using the appliance. Destroy the carton and plastic bags after unpacking the appliance. Never allow children to play with packaging material. Do not remove the wiring label and other literature attached to the appliance. Do not remove model/ serial number plate. Cold temperatures can damage the electronic control. When using this appliance for the first time, or when the appliance has not been used for an extended period of time, be sure the appliance has been in temperatures above 32ºF (0ºC) for at least 3 hours before turning on the power to the appliance. Never modify or alter the construction of the appliance by removing the leveling legs, panels, wire covers, anti-tip brackets/screws, or any other part of the appliance. Be sure to have an appropriate foam-type fire extinguisher available, visible, and easily accessible located near the appliance. GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS WARNING Avoid fire hazard or electrical shock. Failure to follow this warning may cause serious injury, fire, or death. Do not use an adapter plug, use an extension cord, or remove grounding prong from the power cord. Failure to follow this warning may cause serious injury, fire, or death. Proper Installation Be sure your appliance is properly installed and grounded by a qualified technician. In the United States, install in accordance with the National Fuel Gas Code ANSI Z223.1/NPFA No. 54, latest edition and National Electrical Code NFPA No. 70 latest edition, and local electrical code requirements. In Canada, install in accordance with CAN/CGA B149.1 and CAN/CGA B149.2 and CSA Standard C22.1, Canadian Electrical code, Part 1-latest editions and local electrical code requirements. Install only per installation instructions provided in the literature package for this appliance. For personal safety, this appliance must be properly grounded. For maximum safety, the power cord must be securely connected to an electrical outlet or junction box that is the correct voltage, is correctly polarized and properly grounded, and protected by a circuit breaker in accordance with local codes. It is the personal responsibility of the consumer to have the appropriate outlet or junction box with the correct, properly grounded wall receptacle installed by a qualified electrician. It is the responsibility and obligation of the consumer to contact a qualified installer to assure that the electrical installation is adequate and is in conformance with all local codes and ordinances. See the installation instructions packaged with this appliance for complete installation and grounding instructions. 4

5 IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS FOR USING THE APPLIANCE WARNING Storage In or On Appliance Flammable materials should not be stored in an oven or microwave, near surface burners or elements, or in the storage or warmer drawer (if equipped). This includes paper, plastic, and cloth items, such as cookbooks, plastic ware, and towels, as well as flammable liquids. Do not store explosives, such as aerosol cans, on or near the appliance. Do not leave children alone - Children should not be left alone or unattended in the area where appliance is in use. They should never be allowed to sit or stand on any part of the appliance, including the storage drawer, lower broiler drawer, warmer drawer, or lower double oven. Do not store items of interest to children in the cabinets above the appliance or on the backguards of ranges. Children climbing on or near the appliance to reach items could be seriously injured. Do not allow children to climb or play around the appliance. The weight of a child on an open over door may cause the appliance to tip, resulting in serious burns or other injury. An open drawer when hot may cause burns. Stepping, leaning, or sitting on the door or drawers of this appliance can result in serious injuries and also cause damage to the appliance. Never cover any slots, holes, or passages in the oven bottom or cover an entire oven rack with any materials, such as aluminum foil or aftermarket oven liners. Aluminum foil and other liners may trap heat, causing a fire hazard. Do not use oven or warmer drawer (if equipped) for storage. Never use your appliance as a space heater to heat or warm the room. Doing so may result in carbon monoxide poisoning and overheating of the appliance. IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS CAUTION When heating fat or grease, watch it closely. Grease may catch fire if it becomes too hot. Do not use water or flour on grease fires. Smother fire or flame or use dry chemical or foam-type extinguisher. Cover the fire with a pan lid or use baking soda. Use dry potholders. Moist or damp potholders on hot surfaces may result in burns from steam. Do not let potholders touch hot cooking areas. Do not use towels or other bulky cloths. Do not heat unopened food containers - Build-up of pressure may cause container to burst and result in injury. Wear proper apparel - Loose-fitting or hanging garments should never be worn while using the appliance. Do not let clothing or other flammable materials contact hot surfaces. Do not touch surface burners or elements, areas near these burners or elements, interior surfaces of the oven, or the warmer drawer (if equipped). Surface burners and elements may be hot even though they appear cool. Areas near surface burners and elements may become hot enough to cause burns. During and after use, do not touch, or let clothing or other flammable materials touch these areas until they are cool. These areas may include the cooktop, surfaces facing the cooktop, oven vent areas, oven door, and oven window. Do not attempt to operate the appliance during a power failure. If the power fails, always turn off the appliance. If the appliance is not turned off and the power resumes, electric surface elements may resume operation when power is restored. Once the power resumes, reset the clock and the oven function. 5

6 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS FOR USING YOUR RADIANT COOKTOP Know which knob or key controls each surface heating area. Place cookware with food on the cooking area before turning it on. Turn the cooking area off before removing the cookware. Cookware handles should be turned inward and not extend over adjacent surface elements To reduce the risk of burns, ignition of flammable materials, and spillage due to unintentional contact with the utensil, the handle of the cookware should be positioned so that it is turned inward, and does not extend over other cooking areas. Use proper pan size - This appliance is equipped with one or more surface units of different sizes. Select cookware with flat bottoms that match the surface unit size. Using the proper cookware on the cooking area will improve efficiency. Glazed cooking utensils Only certain types of glass, glass/ceramic, ceramic, earthenware, or other glazed utensils are suitable for cooktop service without breaking due to the sudden change in temperature. Check the manufacturer s recommendations for cooktop use. Improper cookware may break due to sudden changes in temperature. Check the cookware manufacturer s recommendations for cooktop use. Never leave surface elements unattended. Boilovers may cause smoking and greasy spills that may ignite. A pan that has boiled dry could be damaged and may damage the cooktop. Do not use a searing grill meant for use with a broiler pan on the cooktop. The searing grill is not designed for use on the cooktop. Doing so may result in a fire. When you are flaming foods under a ventilating hood, turn on the fan. IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS FOR GLASS AND CERAMIC COOKTOPS Do Not Clean or Operate a Broken Cooktop. If cooktop should break, cleaning solutions and spillovers may penetrate the broken cooktop and create a risk of electric shock. Contact a qualified technician immediately. Clean cooktop glass with caution. If a wet sponge or cloth is used to wipe spills on a hot cooking area, be careful to avoid a steam burn. Some cleaners can produce harmful fumes if applied to a hot surface. IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS FOR USING YOUR OVEN Protective liners Do not use aluminum foil, aftermarket oven liners, or any other materials or devices to line oven bottom, oven racks, or any other part of the appliance. Only use aluminum as recommended for baking, such as lining cookware or as a cover placed on food. Any other use of protective liners or aluminum foil may result in a risk of electric shock or fire or a short circuit. Use care when opening oven door, lower oven door, or warmer drawer (some models). Stand to the side of the appliance when opening the door of a hot oven. Let hot air or steam escape before you remove or replace food in the oven. Keep oven vent ducts unobstructed. Touching surfaces in this area when the oven is on may cause severe burns. Do not place plastic or heatsensitive items on or near the oven vent. These items can melt or ignite. Placement of oven racks - Always place oven racks in desired location while oven is cool. If rack must be moved while oven is hot, do not let potholder contact hot burner or element in oven. Use potholders and grasp the rack with both hands to reposition. Remove all cookware and utensils before moving the rack. 6

7 Do not use a broiler pan without its insert. Broiler pans and inserts allow dripping fat to drain away from the high heat of the broiler. Do not cover the broiler insert with aluminum foil; exposed fat and grease could ignite. Do not cook food on the oven bottom. Always cook in proper cookware and always use the oven racks. IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS FOR CLEANING YOUR APPLIANCE CAUTION Before manually cleaning any part of the appliance, be sure all controls are turned off and the appliance is cool. Cleaning a hot appliance can cause burns. Clean the appliance regularly to keep all parts free of grease that could catch fire. Do not allow grease to accumulate. Greasy deposits in the fan could catch fire. Always follow the manufacturer s recommended directions for use of kitchen cleaners and aerosols. Be aware that excess residue from cleaners and aerosols may ignite causing damage and injury. Clean ventilating hoods frequently - Grease should not be allowed to accumulate on hood or filter. Follow the manufacturer s instructions for cleaning vent hoods. IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS FOR SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE Do not repair or replace any part of the appliance unless specifically recommended in the manuals. All other servicing should be done only by a qualified technician. This reduces the risk of personal injury and damage to the appliance. Always contact your dealer, distributor, service agent, or manufacturer about problems or conditions you do not understand. Ask your dealer to recommend a qualified technician and an authorized repair service. Know how to disconnect the power to the appliance at the circuit breaker or fuse box in case of an emergency. Remove the oven door from any unused oven if it is to be stored or discarded. Do not touch a hot oven light bulb with a damp cloth. Doing so could cause the bulb to break. Handle halogen lights (if equipped) with paper towels or soft gloves. Disconnect the appliance or shut off the power to the appliance before removing and replacing the bulb. Important Safety Notice - The California Safe Drinking Water and Toxic Enforcement Act requires the governor of California to publish a list of substances known to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harms, and requires businesses to warn customers of potential exposures to such substances. 7

8 COOKING RECOMMENDATIONS Bakeware The material of bakeware affects how evenly and quickly it transfers heat from the pan to the food. Material Attributes Recommendation Shiny metal bakeware Shiny, aluminum, and non-coated bakeware is the best for even heating. It is suitable for all baked goods. Recommended cooking temperatures and times are based on shiny metal bakeware. Dark metal bakeware Dark bakeware cooks hotter than shiny bakeware. Reduce the cooking temperature by 25 F (13-14 C) when using dark bakeware. Glass bakeware Glass bakeware cooks hotter than shiny bakeware. Glass is convenient, as the same piece of bakeware can be used for cooking, serving, and storing food. Reduce the cooking temperature by 25 F (13-14 C) when using glass bakeware. Insulated bakeware Insulated bakeware cooks cooler than shiny bakeware. Insulated bakeware is designed for baking in gas ovens. Increase the cooking temperature by 25 F (13-14 C) when using insulated bakeware. 8

9 COOKING RECOMMENDATIONS Cooking Conditions Conditions in your kitchen can affect the performance of your appliance when cooking food. Condition Attributes Recommendation Aging cookware High altitude As pans age and become discolored, cooking times may need to be reduced slightly. Air is drier and air pressure is lower. Water boils at a lower temperature, and liquids evaporate faster. Foods may take longer to bake. Doughs may rise faster. If food is too dark or overcooked, use the minimum cook time in the recipe or packaging. If food is too light or undercooked, use the middle to maximum cook time in the recipe or packaging. Adjust cooking temperature, cooking time, or recipes as needed. Increase amount of liquid in baking recipes. Increase cook time on cooktop. Cover dishes to reduce evaporation. Increase bake time or oven temperature. Reduce amount of baking soda or baking powder in recipe. Reduce rising time or punch down dough and allow it to rise twice. Cooking Results Small adjustments may fix a problem with food not being as done as you like or more done than you like. Result Food too light Food too dark Recommendation Use the middle to maximum cook time recommended on packaging or recipe. Use the minimum cook time recommended on packaging or recipe. Cooking Tips Use these additional tips to get the best results from your appliance. Cooking Baking Rack placement Follow the instructions in Setting Oven Controls on starting on page 19. Preheat Checking food Food placement Tips When using only one rack, place the rack so the food is in the center of the oven. Fully preheat the oven before baking items like cookies, cakes, biscuits and breads. Insert food immediately after the beep. Use the window and oven light when checking food. Opening the door may reduce baking performance. Allow at least 2 inches (5 cm) of space between bakeware for proper air circulation. 9

10 COOKING RECOMMENDATIONS Cooking Broiling pan Broiling / Roasting Tips For best results when broiling, use a broil pan with a broil pan insert designed to drain the fat from the food, help avoid spatter, and reduce smoking. The broiler pan will catch grease spills, and the insert helps prevent grease splatters. If a broiler pan and insert are not supplied with this appliance, they may be purchased from Frigidaire.com. 10

11 Using Proper Cookware The size and type of cookware used will influence the heat setting needed for best cooking results. Be sure to follow the recommendations for using proper cookware as illustrated in Figure 1 and Figure 2. Check for flatness by rotating a ruler across the bottom of the cookware (see Figure 1). Cookware should have flat bottoms that make good contact with the entire surface heating element (see Figure 2). Flat bottom and straight sides. Tight fitting lids. Weight of handle does not tilt pan. Pan is well balanced. Pan sizes match the amount of food to be prepared and the size of the surface element. Made of material that conducts heat well. Easy to clean. Always match pot diameter to element size. Figure 1: Testing cookware Curved and warped pans. Cookware larger than cooking area marked on cooktop by more than one-half inch or 12mm. Heavy handle tilts pan. Pan is smaller than the heating area marked on cooktop. BEFORE SETTING SURFACE CONTROLS Cookware Material Types The cookware material determines how evenly and quickly heat is transferred from the surface element to the pan bottom. The most popular materials available are: Aluminum - Excellent heat conductor. Some types of food will cause it to darken (Anodized aluminum cookware resists staining and pitting). If aluminum pans slide across the ceramic cooktop, they may leave metal marks which will resemble scratches. Remove these marks immediately. Copper - Excellent heat conductor but discolors easily (see Aluminum). Stainless - Slow heat conductor with uneven cooking results. Is durable, easy to clean and resists staining. Cast Iron - A slow heat conductor that will retain heat very well. Cooks evenly once cooking temperature is reached. If cast iron pans slide across the ceramic cooktop, they may leave metal marks which will resemble scratches. Remove these marks immediately. Porcelain-enamel on metal - Heating characteristics will vary depending on base material. Porcelain-enamel coating must be smooth to avoid scratching ceramic cooktops. Glass - Slow heat conductor. Not recommended for ceramic cooktop surfaces because it may scratch the glass. IMPORTANT Do not place empty aluminum, glass, or porcelain-enamel coated cookware on the ceramic cooktop. The melting point of cookware made with these materials may be reached quickly, especially if left empty, and they may bond to the ceramic cooktop. If the cookware melts it will damage the cooktop. Follow all the cookware manufacturer s recommendations for use and care of cookware. Figure 2: Proper cookware 11

12 BEFORE SETTING SURFACE CONTROLS About the Ceramic Glass Cooktop The ceramic glass cooktop has heating elements below a smooth glass surface. The designs on the ceramic cooktop outline the areas of the surface elements underneath. Always match the pan size with the diameter of the element outline on the cooktop. Only flat-bottomed cookware should be used. Prior to using your cooktop for the first time, apply a ceramic cooktop cleaning cream (available in most hardware, grocery and department stores) to the ceramic surface. Clean and buff with a clean paper towel. This will make cleaning easier when soiled from cooking. Cooktop cleaning creams leave a protective finish on the glass to help prevent scratches and abrasions. The type and size of cookware, the number of surface elements in use, and their settings will all affect the amount of heat that will spread to areas beyond the surface elements. The areas surrounding the elements may become hot enough to cause burns. IMPORTANT The cooktop should not be used as a cutting board or work surface. Dropping heavy or hard objects on the cooktop may crack it. Placing food directly on the smoothtop surface (without a cooking utensil) is not recommended, as difficult cleaning will result, and foods may smoke and cause potential fire hazard. Always lift cookware before moving on the ceramic glass cooktop. Any cookware that has a rough or dirty bottom can scratch the ceramic cooktop. Always start with clean cookware. NOTE White glass cooktops only - Due to the high intensity of heat generated by the surface elements, the glass surface may discolor when the element is turned off. This is normal and the glass will return to its original white color after it has completely cooled down. About the Radiant Surface Elements The element temperature rises gradually and evenly. As the temperature rises, the element will glow red. To maintain the selected setting the element will cycle on and off. The heating element retains enough heat to provide a uniform and consistent heat during the off cycle. For efficient cooking, turn the element off several minutes before cooking is complete. This will allow residual heat to complete the cooking process. CAUTION Surface elements may appear to have cooled after they have been turned off. The element surface may still be hot, and burns may occur if the element or surrounding area is touched before it has cooled to a safe temperature. Do not place flammable items such as plastic salt and pepper shakers, spoon holders, or plastic wrapping on top of the range when it is in use. These items could melt or ignite. Potholders, towels, or wooden spoons could catch fire if placed too close to the surface elements. Do not allow aluminum foil, or any material that can melt, to make contact with the ceramic glass cooktop. If these items melt on the cooktop, they will damage the ceramic cooktop. NOTE Radiant elements have a limiter that allows the element to cycle on and off, even at the HI setting. This helps to prevent damage to the ceramic smooth top. Cycling at the HI setting is normal and can occur if the cookware is too small for the radiant element or if the cookware bottom is not flat. Be sure to read detailed instructions for ceramic glass cooktop cleaning in the Care and Cleaning section (page 24) and Before You Call checklist section (page 30) of this Use and Care Guide. 12

13 Element On and Hot Surface Indicator Lights The ELEMENT ON indicator light will turn on when one or more elements are turned on. BEFORE SETTING SURFACE CONTROLS Types of ceramic cooktop elements The circles on the ceramic glass cooktop outline the size and type of element underneath. The elements on your cooktop depend on the model. A single radiant element has one circle. A dual radiant element (some models) has two circles. The dual radiant element may be set using only the smaller inner element or both inner and outer elements may be set to heat together for a larger surface. Dual elements allow more flexibility with the size of cookware. Figure 3: On indicator light A quick glance at this indicator light when cooking is finished is an easy check to be sure all surface elements are turned off. The HOT SURFACE indicator light will turn on when the burner is hot enough to cause burns and will remain on after the burner is turned off until the surface has cooled to a safe temperature. Figure 5: Single and double elements A keep warm element (some models) has one small circle. It is used to keep food warm after cooking. The keep warm element is not designed to cook food. Figure 4: Hot surface indicator light 13

14 SETTING SURFACE CONTROLS Single radiant surface elements (all models) To operate the single radiant element: 1. Place correctly sized cookware on surface element. 2. Push in and turn the surface control knob in either direction (Figure 6) to the desired setting (refer to the Suggested radiant surface element settings in Table 1). 3. When cooking is complete, turn the radiant surface element OFF before removing the cookware. Start most cooking operations on a higher setting and then turn to a lower setting to finish cooking. The surface control knobs do not have to be set exactly on a particular spot. Use the graphics provided as a guide and adjust the control knob as needed (see Figure 6). A glowing red surface heating area extending beyond the bottom edge of the cookware indicates the cookware is too small for the surface heating area. Suggested radiant surface element settings The suggested settings found in Table 1 below are based on cooking with medium-weight aluminum pans with lids. Settings may vary when using other types of pans. Settings High (HI - 9) Medium High (7-8) Medium (5-6) Medium Low (2-4) Low (1) Low (LO) Table 1: Type of Cooktop Start most foods, bring water to a boil, pan broiling Continue a rapid boil, fry, deep fat fry Maintain a slow boil, thicken sauces and gravies or steam vegetables Keep foods cooking, poach, stew Low temperature cooking Keep warm, melt Suggested radiant surface element settings IMPORTANT Do not allow aluminum foil or ANY material that can melt to make contact with the ceramic glass cooktop. If these items melt on the cooktop, they will damage the ceramic cooktop. Figure 6: Single element knob CAUTION Radiant surface elements may appear to have cooled after they have been turned off. The glass surface may still be hot and burns may occur if the glass surface is touched before it has cooled sufficiently. Do not place flammable items such as plastic salt and pepper shakers, spoon holders, or plastic wrappings on top of the range when it is in use. These items could melt or ignite. Potholders, towels, or wooden spoons could catch fire if placed too close to the surface elements. NOTE The size and type of utensil used, and the amount and type of food being cooked will influence the setting needed for best cooking results. The Element ON indicator lights will turn on when one or more elements are turned ON. A quick glance at these indicator lights when finished cooking is an easy check to be sure all control knobs are turned OFF. The Hot Surface indicator light will remain on AFTER the control knob is turned to the OFF position and will stay on until the heating surface area has cooled sufficiently. 14

15 Dual radiant surface elements (some models) Symbols on the backguard will help choose which portion of the dual radiant element to set. The symbol indicates a setting for the inner element only. The symbol indicates a setting for both inner and outer elements. To operate a dual radiant element: 1. Place correctly sized cookware on the surface element. 2. Push in and turn the surface control knob clockwise to begin heating both the inner and outer elements. If only the inner element is needed for smaller cookware, push in and turn the knob counter-clockwise (see Figure 7). 3. When cooking is complete, turn the knob to OFF before removing the cookware. Start most cooking operations on a higher setting and then turn to a lower setting to finish cooking. The surface control knobs do not have to be set exactly on a particular mark. Use the marks as a guide and adjust the control knob as needed. A glowing red surface heating area extending beyond the bottom edge of the cookware indicates the cookware is too small for the surface heating area. You may switch from either single or dual element setting at any time during cooking. See Suggested radiant surface element settings on page 14. CAUTION Radiant surface elements may appear to have cooled after they have been turned off. The glass surface may still be hot and burns may occur if the glass surface is touched before it has cooled sufficiently. Do not place flammable items such as plastic salt and pepper shakers, spoon holders or plastic wrappings on top of the range when it is in use. These items could melt or ignite. Potholders, towels or wooden spoons could catch fire if placed too close to the surface elements. IMPORTANT Do not allow aluminum foil or ANY material that can melt to make contact with the ceramic glass cooktop. If these items melt on the cooktop, they will damage the ceramic cooktop. SETTING SURFACE CONTROLS Figure 7: NOTE Dual element knob settings The size and type of utensil used and the amount and type of food being cooked will influence the setting needed for best cooking results. The Element ON indicator lights will turn on when one or more elements are turned ON. A quick glance at these indicator lights when finished cooking is an easy check to be sure all control knobs are turned OFF. The Hot Surface indicator light will remain on AFTER the control knob is turned to the OFF position and will stay on until the heating surface area has cooled sufficiently. 15

16 SETTING SURFACE CONTROLS Keep warm (some models) Use the keep warm feature to keep cooked foods hot. Always start with hot food. It is not recommended to heat cold food on the keep warm zone. All food placed on the warming zone should be covered with a lid to maintain quality. For best results, when warming pastries or breads, the cover should have an opening to allow moisture to escape. Do not use plastic wrap to cover food. Plastic may melt onto the surface and be very difficult to clean. Use only dishware, utensils, and cookware recommended for oven and cooktop use on the keep warm zone. Setting the keep warm control: 1. Push in the knob and turn in either direction (see Figure 8). The temperatures are designated by hi and lo. However, the control can be set at any position between hi and lo for different levels of warming. 2. When ready to serve, turn the control to OFF. The hot surface indicator light will remain on until the warm zone cools. CAUTION Unlike the surface elements, the keep warm zone will not glow red when it is hot. To avoid burns always use potholders or oven mitts when removing food from the cooktop, including the keep warm zone, as cookware and plates will be hot. Radiant surface elements may appear to have cooled after they have been turned off. The glass surface may still be hot and burns may occur if the glass surface is touched before it has cooled sufficiently. Do not place flammable items such as plastic salt and pepper shakers, spoon holders, or plastic wrappings on the cooktop when it is in use. These items could melt or ignite. Potholders, towels, or wooden spoons could catch fire if placed too close to the surface elements. Figure 8: Temperature selection - Refer to the recommended keep warm zone settings table (see Table 2). If a particular food is not listed, start with the medium level and adjust as needed. Most foods can be kept at serving temperatures by using the medium level. Food Item Breads/Pastries Casseroles Keep warm knob Dinner Plates with Food Eggs Gravies Meats Sauces Soups (cream) Stews Vegetables Fried Foods Hot Beverages Soups (liquid) Table 2: Heating Level LO (Low) LO (Low) LO (Low) LO (Low) LO (Low) MED (Medium) MED (Medium) MED (Medium) MED (Medium) MED (Medium) HI (High) HI (High) HI (High) Recommended keep warm zone settings IMPORTANT Do not allow aluminum foil or ANY material that can melt to make contact with the ceramic glass cooktop. If these items melt on the cooktop, they will damage the ceramic cooktop. 16

17 Home Canning Be sure to read and observe all the following points when home canning with your appliance. Check with the USDA (United States Department of Agriculture) Web site and be sure to read all the information they have available as well as follow their recommendations for home canning procedures. Use only a completely flat bottom canner with no ridges that radiate from the bottom center when home canning. Heat is spread more evenly when the bottom surface is flat. Use a straight-edge to check canner bottom. Make sure the diameter of the canner does not exceed 1 inch beyond the surface element markings or burner. It is recommended to use smaller diameter canners on electric coil and ceramic glass cooktops and to center canners on the burner grates. Start with hot tap water to bring water to boil more quickly. Use the highest heat seating when first bringing the water to a boil. Once boiling is achieved, reduce heat to lowest possible setting to maintain that boil. Use tested recipes and follow instructions carefully. Check with your local Cooperative Agricultural Extension Service or a manufacturer of glass jars for the latest canning information. It is best to can small amounts and light loads. Do not leave water bath or pressure canners on high heat for an extended amount of time. SETTING SURFACE CONTROLS 17

18 BEFORE SETTING OVEN CONTROLS Oven Vent Location The oven is vented as shown below. When the oven is on, warm air is released through the vent. This venting is necessary for proper air circulation in the oven and good baking results. Do not block oven vent. Never close off the openings with aluminium foil or any other material. Steam or moisture may appear near the oven vent. This is normal. Types of oven racks flat oven rack offset oven rack Figure 9: Oven vent WARNING Protective Liners Do not use aluminum foil or any other material or liners to line the oven bottom, walls, racks or any other part of the range. Doing so will alter the heat distribution, produce poor baking results, and possibly cause permanent damage to the oven interior. Improper installation of these liners may result in risk of electric shock or fire. CAUTION Always use pot holders or oven mitts when using the oven. When cooking, the oven interior, oven exterior, oven racks, and cooktop will become very hot which can cause burns. To prevent possible damage to the oven, do not attempt to close the oven door until all the oven racks are fully positioned back inside the oven cavity. Figure 10: Oven rack types Flat oven racks may be used for most cooking needs and may be placed in most oven rack positions. The offset oven rack (some models) provides additional step down positions from the standard flat rack design. The offset design positions the base of the rack about ½ of a rack position lower than the flat rack and may be used in most oven rack positions. To maximize oven cooking space, place the bottom oven rack in the lowest rack position for baking or roasting large cuts of meat. Removing, replacing, and arranging flat or offset oven racks Always arrange the oven racks when the oven is cool. To remove - Pull the oven rack straight forward until it reaches the stop position. Lift up front of oven rack slightly and slide out. To replace - Place the oven rack on the rack guides on both sides of oven walls. Tilt the front of oven rack upward slightly and slide the oven rack back into place. Be sure oven racks are level before using. 18

19 SETTING OVEN CONTROLS 1 Bake Broil Timer Set Clock OFF 1. Bake - Use to select for all baking. 2. Broil - Use to select the broil feature. When broil is active the indicator light above the broil key will glow. 3. Timer On-Off - Use to set or cancel the minute timer. The minute timer does not start or stop cooking. 4. Set Clock - Use with up or down arrows to set the time of day. 5. OFF - Use to stop or to clear any feature previously entered except time of day and minute timer. Press OFF to stop cooking. 6. Up and Down arrow keys - Use with the feature or function keys to set oven temperature or to adjust the clock or minute timer. Minimum and Maximum Setting Setting the Clock When the appliance is first plugged in or when the power supply to the appliance has been interrupted, the display will flash 12:00. It is recommended to always set the clock for the correct time of day before using the appliance. To set the clock: 1. Press Set Clock once (do not hold Set Clock key down). 2. Within 5 seconds, press and hold or until the correct time of day appears in the display.z NOTE The clock cannot be changed when the oven is set for cooking. Feature Mode Min Temp or Time Max.Temp or Time Bake 170 F (77 C) 550 F (288 C) Broil LO 400 F (205 C) Timer Clock Time 12 Hr. Mode 24 Hr. Mode 12 Hr. Mode 24 Hr. Mode HI 550 F (288 C) 1 minute 11 hrs 59 mins 1:00 Hr./Min. 0:00 Min 12:59 Hr./Min. 23:59 Hr./Min. 19

20 SETTING OVEN CONTROLS Temperature display (Fahrenheit/Celsius) The electronic oven control is set to operate in Fahrenheit ( F) at the factory. The oven may be programmed for any temperature from 170 F to 550 F (77 C to 288 C). To change the temperature to Celsius ( C) or from C to F: 1. Press Broil until F or C appears in the display. 2. Press or to change F to C or C to F. To accept the change, wait 6 seconds until the oven control provides an acceptance beep. 3. The display will return to the time of day. Changing between continuous bake setting or 12- hour energy saving feature The oven control has a built-in 12-hour energy saving feature that will shut off the oven if the oven is left on for more than 12 hours. The oven control can be programmed to override this feature for continuous baking. To change the continuous bake setting: 1. Press and hold Timer on-off for 6 seconds until a tone sounds. hr will appear in the display for continuous cooking. The current time of day will return to the display. 2. To cancel the continuous bake setting, press Timer onoff and hold for 6 seconds until a tone sounds. 12 hr will appear in display indicating that the control has returned to the 12-hour energy saving feature. Operating oven light The interior oven light will automatically turn ON when the oven door is opened. Press the oven light switch located on the upper left control panel to turn the interior oven light ON and OFF whenever the oven door is closed. Setting the minute timer 1. Press Timer on-off. 2. Press to increase time in one-minute increments. Press and hold to increase time in 10-minute increments. The timer can be set for any amount of time from 1 minute to 11 hours and 59 minutes. NOTE If is pressed first, the timer will advance to 11 hours and 59 minutes. When the set time expires, the timer will sound a 3 second tone. The display will show 00:00 until the timer is cancelled by pressing Timer On/Off. NOTE The minute timer will not start or stop the cooking process. The minute timer can be used alone or while using any of the other oven features. If another feature is active when the minute timer is active, the minute timer will show in the display. To view information about other active features, press the key for that feature. To change the timer while it is in use: While the timer is active and shows in the display, press and hold or to increase or decrease the time remaining. To cancel the minute timer before the set time has run out: 1. Press Timer on-off once. oven light switch 20

21 Setting Bake Bake cooks with heat that rises from the oven bottom. The heat and air circulate naturally in the oven. Follow baking recommendations for best results. The oven can be programmed to bake at any temperature from 170 F to 550 F (77 C to 288 C). The factory preset automatic bake temperature is 350 F (177 C). Baking Tips Fully preheat the oven before baking items like cookies, cakes, biscuits, and breads. When using any single rack, use rack position 3. For best results when baking cakes using two oven racks, place racks in positions 2 and 4. When baking using two oven racks, position cookware to allow at least 2 inches (5 cm) of space between cookware for proper air circulation and position pans as shown in Figure 11. To set Bake: SETTING OVEN CONTROLS 1. Press Bake. appears in the display. 2. Within 5 seconds, press or. The display will show 350 F (177 C). The temperature can then be adjusted in 5 F (1 C) increments. 3. When a key is released, the bake indicator light turns on and the oven will heat to the selected temperature. When the oven reaches the set temperature, the control will beep once indicating the oven is finished preheating. During bake, the indicator light will cycle on and off as the oven maintains teh set temperature. 4. To cancel the baking function, press OFF. To change oven temperature after bake has started: 1. Press Bake. 2. Press or to increase or decrease to a new temperature. The bake indicator light on the electronic display will turn on and off when using the bake feature. This is normal and indicates that the oven is cycling to maintain the selected baking temperature. 3. To cancel baking press OFF Figure 11: Baking layer cakes with one or two oven racks 1 Figure 12: Rack positions 21

22 SETTING OVEN CONTROLS Setting Broil Broiling is direct heat cooking and will produce some smoke. If smoke is excessive, place food further away from the element. Watch food to prevent burning. Always remember to arrange the oven racks while oven is still cool. Position the rack as suggested in Table 3. WARNING Should an oven fire occur, close the oven door and turn the oven off. If the fire continues, use a fire extinguisher. Do not put water or flour on the fire. Flour may be explosive. The broiler pan and the insert (some models) allow grease to drain and be kept away from the high heat of the broiler. Do not use the pan without the insert. Do not cover the insert with aluminum foil; the exposed grease could ignite. CAUTION Always use oven mitts. Oven racks will become very hot which can cause burns. Always pull the oven rack out to the broil stop position before turning or removing food. To set Broil 1. Arrange the oven rack while oven is still cool. 2. Press Broil. will appear in display. 3. Press for HI broil or for LO broil. Most foods may be broiled at the HI broil setting. 4. For optimum results, preheat Broil for 2 to 5 minutes before adding food. Broil with oven door open to broil stop position. 5. Place the insert on the broil pan (if equipped), then place the food on the broil pan insert (if using a broiler pan and insert). 6. Place the broiler pan and insert on the oven rack. 7. Broil on one side until food is browned. Turn and broil food on 2nd side. 8. When broiling is finished press OFF NOTE To purchase a broiling pan and insert, visit frigidaire.com Figure 13: Broil pan and insert (L) Broil stop position (R) Table 3: Broil recommendations Food item Rack Position Temperature Cook time in minutes 1st side 2nd side Steak 1 thick 3rd or 4th 3rd or 4th HI 6:00 7:00 4:00 5:00 Doneness Rare Medium Pork Chops 3/4 thick 3rd or 4th HI 8:00 6:00 Well Chicken - Bone In 3rd HI 20:00 10:00 Well Chicken Boneless 3rd or 4th HI 8:00 6:00 Well Fish 3rd HI 13:00 -- Well Shrimp 3rd HI 5:00 -- Well Hamburger 1 thick 3rd or 4th HI 9:00 7:00 Medium ** The U.S. Department of Agriculture states, Rare fresh beef is popular, but you should know that cooking it to only 140 F (60 C) means some food poisoning organisms may survive. (Source: Safe Food Book, Your Kitchen Guide, USDA Rev. June 1985.) The lowest temperature recommended by the USDA is 145 F (63 C) for medium rare fresh beef. For well done 170 F (77ºC). 22

23 Adjusting the oven temperature Your appliance has been factory calibrated and tested to ensure an accurate baking temperature. For the first few uses, follow your recipe times and temperature recommendations carefully. If you think the oven is cooking too hot or too cool for your recipe times, you can adjust the control so the oven cooks hotter or cooler than the temperature displayed. Do not use oven thermometers such as those found in grocery stores to check the temperature settings inside your oven. These oven thermometers may vary as much as 20 to 40 degrees from actual temperatures. To adjust oven temperature: 1. Press and hold the Bake key and release when the display shows the factory temperature setting of 00. If the oven temperature has been previously adjusted from the factory setting, the last adjusted value will appear in the display instead. 2. The temperature can now be adjusted up +35 F (+19 C), in 5 F increments with each press of the key. 3. When lowering the oven temperature using the key, minus sign (-) will appear before the number to indicate that the oven will be cooler by the displayed amount of degrees. 4. To accept the change, wait for the oven control to provide an acceptance beep. SETTING OVEN CONTROLS NOTE Oven temperature adjustments made will not affect the Broil temperatures. If the display is set for Celsius, adjustments made will be in 1 C increments each press of arrow keys. If at any time during the process of adjusting the oven temperature feature you decide not to make the change, press the OFF key once before the acceptance beep. 23

24 CARE AND CLEANING Remove spills and any heavy soiling as soon as possible. Regular cleaning will reduce the difficulty of major cleaning later. CAUTION Before cleaning any part of the appliance, be sure all controls are turned off and the appliance is cool. If ammonia or appliance cleaners are used, they must be removed and the appliance must be thoroughly rinsed before operating. Follow manufacturer's instructions and provide adequate ventilation. Figure 14: Use cleaners with caution Surface or Area Aluminum and vinyl Painted and plastic control knobs Painted body parts Painted decorative trims Control panel Control knobs Stainless Steel Smudge Proof Stainless Steel Black Stainless Steel Cleaning Recommendation Using a soft cloth, clean with mild dish detergent and water. Rinse with clean water, dry and polish with a soft, clean cloth. Using a soft cloth, clean with mild dish detergent and water or a 50/50 solution of vinegar and water. Rinse with clean water, dry and polish with a soft, clean cloth. Glass cleaners may be used, but do not apply directly to surface; spray onto cloth and wipe. Using a soft cloth, clean with mild dish detergent and water or a 50/50 solution of vinegar and water. Do not spray liquids directly on the oven control and display area. Do not use large amounts of water on the control panel - excess water on the control area may cause damage to the appliance. Do not use other liquid cleaners, abrasive cleaners, scouring pads, or paper towels - they will damage the finish. Using a soft cloth, clean with mild dish detergent and water or a 50/50 solution of vinegar and water. To remove control knobs: turn to the OFF position, grasp firmly, and pull off the shaft. To replace knobs after cleaning, line up the OFF markings and push the knobs into place. Using a soft cloth, clean with mild dish detergent and water or a 50/50 solution of vinegar and water. Rinse with clean water, dry with a soft clean cloth. Do not use cleaners containing abrasives, chlorides, chlorine, or ammonia. Using a soft cloth, clean with mild dish detergent and water or a 50/50 solution of vinegar and water. Rinse with clean water, dry with a soft clean cloth. Do not use appliance cleaner, stainless steel cleaner, or cleaner containing abrasives, chlorides, chlorine, or ammonia. These cleaners may damage the finish. 24

25 Porcelain-enameled broiler pan and insert Porcelain door liner Porcelain body parts Manual clean oven interior Oven door CARE AND CLEANING Rinse with clean water and a damp cloth. Scrub gently with a soapy, non-abrasive scouring pad to remove most spots. Rinse with a 50/50 solution of clean water and ammonia. If necessary, cover difficult spots with an ammonia-soaked paper towel for 30 to 40 minutes. Rinse and wipe dry with a clean cloth. Remove all cleaners or future heating could damage the porcelain. Do not allow food spills with a high sugar or acid content (milk, tomatoes, sauerkraut, fruit juices or pie filling) to remain on porcelain surfaces. These spills may cause a dull spot even after cleaning. The oven interior is porcelain coated and safe to clean using oven cleaners. Always follow manufacturer's instructions for cleaners. After cleaning, remove any oven cleaner or the porcelain may become damaged during future heating. Do not spray oven cleaner on any electrical controls or switches. Do not spray or allow oven cleaner to build up on the oven temperature sensing probe. Do not spray cleaner on oven door trim, door gasket, plastic drawer glides, handles or any exterior surfaces of the appliance. Use mild dish detergent and water or a 50/50 solution of vinegar and water to clean the top, sides, and front of the oven door. Rinse well. Glass cleaner may be used on the outside glass of the door. Ceramic smoothtop cleaner or polish may be used on the interior door glass. Do not immerse the door in water. Do not spray or allow water or cleaners to enter the door vents. Do not use oven cleaners, cleaning powders, or any harsh abrasive cleaning materials on the outside of the oven door. Do not clean the oven door gasket. The oven door gasket is made of a woven material which is essential for a good seal. Do not rub, damage, or remove this gasket. Ceramic cooktop See Cooktop Maintenance on page

26 CARE AND CLEANING Cooktop Maintenance Consistent and proper cleaning is essential to maintaining your ceramic glass cooktop. Prior to using your cooktop for the first time, apply a ceramic cooktop cleaning cream (available in most hardware, grocery, and department stores) to the ceramic surface. Clean and buff with a clean paper towel. This will make cleaning easier when soiled from cooking. Cooktop cleaning creams leave a protective finish on the glass to help prevent scratches and abrasions. Sliding aluminum, cast iron, or copper bottomed pans on the cooktop can cause metal markings on the cooktop surface. These marks should be removed immediately after the cooktop has cooled using cooktop cleaning cream. Metal marks can become permanent if not removed prior to future use. Cookware (cast iron, metal, ceramic, or glass) with rough bottoms can mark or scratch the cooktop surface. Do not: Slide anything metal or glass across the cooktop. Use cookware with dirt or dirt build up on the bottom; always use clean cookware. Use your cooktop as a cutting board or work surface in the kitchen. Cook foods directly on the cooktop surface without a pan. Drop heavy or hard objects on the ceramic glass cooktop; they may cause it to crack. Cooktop Cleaning WARNING Do not use a cooktop cleaner on a hot cooktop. The fumes can be hazardous to your health, and can chemically damage the ceramic-glass surface. CAUTION Before cleaning the cooktop, be sure the controls are turned to OFF and the cooktop is cool. The glass surface could be hot and burns may occur if the glass surface is touched before it has cooled sufficiently. For light to moderate soil: For light to moderate soil: Apply a few drops of cooktop cleaning cream directly to the cooktop. Use a clean paper towel to clean the entire cooktop surface. Make sure the cooktop is cleaned thoroughly, leaving no residue. Do not use the towel you use to clean the cooktop for any other purpose. For heavy, burned on soil: Apply a few drops of cooktop cleaning cream directly to the soiled area. Rub the soiled area using a non-abrasive cleaning tool, applying pressure as needed. Do not use the pad you use to clean the cooktop for any other purpose. If soils remain, carefully scrape soils with a metal razor blade scraper, holding scraper at a 30 degree angle to the surface. Remove loosened soils with cooktop cleaning cream and buff the surface clean. 30 Figure 15: Cooktop care Figure 16: Cooktop cleaning 26